1. Check:
- Inner tube «1»
- Outer tube «2»
Bends/damage/scratches → Replace.
Warning! Do not attempt to straighten a bent inner tube as this may dangerously weaken it.
2. Measure:
- Spring free length «a» Out of specification → Replace.
Spring free length: 243.5 mm (9.59 in)
Limit: 238.6 mm (9.39 in)
3. Check:
- Damper rod «1»
Damage/wear → Replace.
Obstruction → Blow out all of the oil passages with compressed air.
- Damper adjusting rod
Bends/damage → Replace.
Cautions!
- The front fork leg has a built-in damper adjusting rod and a very sophisticated internal construction, which are particularly sensitive to foreign material.
- When disassembling and assembling the front fork leg, do not allow any foreign material to enter the front fork.
